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Many babies have a slight intoeing, also called pigeon toes, when they are born. This usually disappears during their toddler years. Pigeon toes are often caused by a condition called metatarsus adductus. This is a curve in the whole foot itself, usually created by the baby's position in the womb before birth. You can see metatarsus adductus when you look at the soles of your baby's feet. They will curve toward each other like two half-moons. Doctors disagree about whether to put foot braces on a child with severe pigeon toes. Some doctors advise bracing or casting if the feet are...

Most babies can pull themselves up to stand and begin taking their first steps somewhere between the ages of 8 months and 12 months. Soon after their first birthday, they can usually take a few steps alone, but prior to this will have started to 'cruise' -- walking along the edge of a couch or table, using furniture or outstretched hands for support. But what if your baby shows signs of delayed walking? And what if you notice your baby has bowed legs or is walking on tiptoes -- should you worry? There is a wide variation from one baby...

Common Problems and Anxieties Parents are often concerned because their baby appears to be walking flat-footed. In the early stages of development this is quite normal and gives them a more stable base until the legs and feet have gained strength. If the flat-footedness appears to persist in a young child and is apparently causing problems, consult your Chiropodist who will be able to advise whether appropriate exercises or corrective insoles might be needed. Toeing in and toeing out can sometimes cause problems. If your child seems to trip over rather more than normally, then observe them walking and see...

Before your baby starts to move, anything that keeps his/her feet warm and toasty will do. But once s/he starts to crawl and climb, you need to pay more attention to their footwear. To find the best fitting shoe for your baby, choose a shoe type depending upon how your child is moving. Babies that are crawling, starting to stand and learning to walk should be in a soft-soled shoe.  When kids are learning to move and walk they are trying to feel the ground with their feet. If you put your child in hard-soled footwear too soon it will...

Your baby's shoe should have a roomy box toe but still snuggly when your child moves. Also, you can look for shoes with removable inserts that will extend the life of your child's shoe. Download and print the shoe size chart for accuracy.